GRNMA Strike Premature, Says Health Ministry



The Ministry of Health has called on the leadership of the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) to rescind its decision to embark on industrial action, describing the move as “shocking” and “unfortunate,” especially given ongoing engagements between both parties.

The Ministry’s response comes after a press conference held by the GRNMA, during which the Association announced a series of strike actions over delays in implementing a reviewed Conditions of Service agreement.

In a statement signed by Ministry Spokesperson Tony Goodman, the Ministry expressed disappointment at the decision, noting that the Minister for Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has met with the GRNMA leadership on more than five occasions to address their concerns.

According to the Ministry, the reviewed Conditions of Service—which were originally scheduled for implementation in 2024—were delayed under the previous administration. However, a consensus was recently reached to establish a committee comprising the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Finance, and GRNMA to finalize and oversee the process.

“It is a well-known fact that under President John Dramani Mahama, significant progress was made in improving the welfare of health workers, including the introduction of the first-ever Conditions of Service for health professionals in 2015,” the Ministry noted.

The statement stressed that the welfare of patients must remain paramount and cautioned against using lives as leverage in labour negotiations. “The Ministry has demonstrated good faith in this matter and urges the leadership of the GRNMA to reciprocate for the benefit of Ghana’s health sector.”

Calling for calm and cooperation, the Ministry reiterated its commitment to dialogue and asked the GRNMA to withdraw the strike decision while talks continue.

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